Vauxhall

History & Origins

Vauxhall was founded in 1857 by Alexander Wilson in London as a pump and marine engine manufacturer. The company's name derives from the historic Vauxhall estate where its first London factory was located — the Faux Hall manor that once belonged to Fulk le Breant, a 16th century knight. The Griffin emblem was taken from the heraldry of that historic estate and remains the marque's recognisable symbol today.

In 1903 Vauxhall produced its first automobile, pivoting the company's focus entirely towards cars. In 1905 the company relocated to Luton. Then in 1925, General Motors acquired Vauxhall — the beginning of six decades in which the brand was managed by the North American corporate giant. During the GM era, Vauxhall produced a wide range of popular models for the British market.

With the acquisition of Opel/Vauxhall by PSA Group from GM in 2017, Vauxhall became part of the Stellantis group. Vauxhall today offers the British market models built on platforms shared with Opel, with popular models including the Astra, Corsa, Insignia, and Mokka sold under both badges. Only the name differs — the vehicles are technically identical.

Key Milestones

Iconic Models in Images

Vauxhall's contemporary range covers Britain's most popular family vehicles — from the Corsa supermini to the Astra hatchback, the Insignia executive saloon to the Mokka compact SUV.

Vauxhall Astra · Hatchback

Vauxhall Corsa · Supermini

Vauxhall Mokka · Compact SUV

Model Range

Vauxhall operates as Opel's British face with a wide model range covering every segment of the British market.

Technology & Engineering

Vauxhall today uses the Stellantis EMP2 platform — shared with Peugeot, Citroën, and Opel. This gives Vauxhall vehicles access to the Stellantis group's EV technology, turbocharged engines, and modern driver assistance systems.

• Contemporary 1.2T PureTech and 1.5 Turbo diesel engines — from the Stellantis group's broad powertrain range
• Full electric platform for Corsa-e and Mokka-e — 50 kWh battery, 330+ km real-world range
• IntelliLux LED pixel headlights — adaptive lighting system maximising visibility for drivers
• Modern AGR orthopaedically certified seats for Astra and Insignia models — long-distance comfort
• Full ADAS package — lane assist, adaptive cruise, automatic emergency braking, and blind spot monitoring

Vauxhall in Azerbaijan

Vauxhall vehicles are rare in Azerbaijan — the brand's direct focus on the British market has limited its CIS-region export presence. However, given Opel's wide distribution in Azerbaijan, Vauxhall's technical foundations are well known locally — same platform, same engines, only a different badge.

Second-hand Vauxhall vehicles imported from Britain — particularly the Astra and Corsa — appear from time to time in the Azerbaijani market. Their maintenance is possible using Opel spare parts, making Vauxhall a practical second-hand option in Azerbaijan. Opel dealers can generally service the same-platform models.

Why Choose Vauxhall?

• British heritage: Vauxhall has been an inseparable part of British roads for over 100 years. Owning one of this brand's vehicles means sharing in the rich history of British car culture.
• Opel engineering, British badge: Vauxhall today shares the same platforms as Opel, increasing the availability of spare parts for maintenance in Azerbaijan.
• Wide model range: From the Corsa supermini to the Insignia executive saloon, Vauxhall offers a model suited to every category of buyer.
• Electric future: The Corsa-e and Mokka-e connect Vauxhall seriously to electric mobility — a positive signal from a long-term investment perspective.
• Accessible second-hand prices: Vauxhall models on the British market have traditionally held competitive second-hand values, making them a favourable option for budget-conscious buyers.